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Definition generalization in British English

generalization noun

[countable/uncountable] noun
/ˌdʒen(ə)rəlaɪˈzeɪʃ(ə)n/
1

a statement that is true in most situations

Example

We can draw some interesting generalizations from this data.

Synonyms and related words
abjuration accusation a contradiction in terms
1.1

a statement that seems to be true in most situations but is based on too few facts or only on a small number of instances

Example

It's unfair to make generalizations about teenagers being lazy and untidy.

Example

Such sweeping generalizations reveal the writer's prejudices.

Synonyms and related words
abjuration accusation a contradiction in terms
Definition generalization in British English